Cosmetic surgery is still on the rise, with many people opting to have procedures to address issues with their bodies. However, like most things, the types of procedures that individuals are undergoing changes often as technology advances and new procedures arise. In 2015, 15.9 million surgeries and procedures were performed, which is up 2 percent from 2014. Take a look at some of the plastic surgery stats that have hit the industry recently.
Lifts
At one time, facelifts were one of the most popular types of surgical procedures. While they are still a great option for those looking to remove excess skin from their face, more procedures are available that are related to lifts. These procedures have grown dramatically over the past few years.
Breast lifts have actually risen 89 percent, with many women opting to have their own natural breasts lifted for a more perky and lively appearance instead of undergoing a full breast augmentation procedure.
Buttocks lifts are also more popular today. Many individuals are opting to raise their buttocks to tighten it and give it a firmer and younger looking look.
Upper arms lifts are also popular among men and women who want to remove the saggy underarm. With this procedure, skin is lifted to create a tighter feel around the upper arm.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is the top cosmetic surgical procedure. Many men and women use breast augmentation to adjust the size of their breast with silicone or saline implants. Doing this creates a natural look and allows individuals to increase or reduce the size of their breasts. In 2015, 279,143 breast augmentations were performed. This is actually down 2 percent, as many people are now opting for lifts.
Tummy Tucks
Tummy tucks involve removing excess fat from the stomach area to create a tighter look. In 2015, 127,967 tummy tucks were performed, which is up 9 percent from the previous year.
Laser Hair Removal
In regards to minimally invasive procedures, laser hair removal was a popular choice in 2015, with 1.1 million procedures performed, which is up 52 percent since 2000. Laser hair removal allows individuals to remove unwanted hair from certain areas of their body, such as their face, arms, legs, etc.
Butt Augmentation
The biggest change in the cosmetic procedure industry is butt augmentation. In 2015, 2,540 procedures were completed, which is up 28 percent since 2014. More and more people are concerned with how their butt looks, which is why they are undergoing procedures to give it the look they desire.
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No matter what type of cosmetic surgery stat interests you, our team at Boulder Plastic Surgery can help give you the look you want. Contact us online or by calling 303.578.4193 to schedule your consultation today.